Ingredients
– 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 cup cottage cheese
– 1 cup brown sugar, packed
– 3 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1 cup pecans, chopped
– ¼ teaspoon salt
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowl
– 9×13-inch baking dish
– Whisk or electric mixer
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Rubber spatula
– Parchment paper (optional for easy removal)
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). While it’s warming up, I love prepping my baking dish. I line the bottom with parchment paper for the easiest removal later, but it’s entirely up to you. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, mixing until it resembles wet sand. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the baking dish to form a crust. Place it in the oven and bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden. This step really brings out the flavors—it smells divine! (See the next page below to continue steps…)
